"When I received $200 from GiveDirectly, it was timely support, and I am truly thankful for that. I used $78 to harvest the maize that I had planted in partnership with the Kenya Seed Company. My plan is to use the money from the farm to buy a safer place to relocate to, as I have been a victim of floods, and I want to mitigate this risk permanently. I also allocated $65 to pay rent for my younger sibling in college and provided him with pocket money because, as the firstborn, I have to take responsibility and ensure that my siblings' well-being is well taken care of. I spent the rest of the money on my personal needs, such as clothing. I am so grateful to GiveDirectly; may God bless you for this support!"

"Upon receiving $180 from GiveDirectly, I immediately allocated $30 to pay school fees for one of my boys in secondary school, who is in Form One. I just want to see my children happy, and he was on the verge of being sent home due to a lack of fees. With that settled, I turned my attention to addressing the food situation at home, using $70 to ensure my family would have enough to eat now that I had the money. I also spent $60 to buy new clothing for my seven children, so that everyone could feel included in the support from GiveDirectly. I am truly thankful to GiveDirectly for enabling my family to be happy and secure."

"Upon receiving $450 from GiveDirectly, I was filled with happiness and gratitude because they sent the transfer without delay, allowing me to move forward with my plans. I used $360 to buy a cow, as I previously didn't have one. This will help me cut down on the cost of buying milk, which will be very beneficial for my family in the long run. With $73, I invested in farming by purchasing bean seeds that I had already planted on one acre of land. This amount also allowed me to service my water pump, which I will use for irrigation. Thanks to GiveDirectly, I can get back into farming, and with irrigation, I know this will be a sustainable way to provide for my family. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to improve my livelihood."

"My plan for this year and the years to come is to increase the number of goats I own using the next transfer from GiveDirectly. By expanding my livestock, I will be able to provide my family with a steady source of income and milk, which will greatly improve our livelihood. The goats will also allow me to save for the future and meet other essential needs for my children. The thought of achieving this fills my heart with joy and satisfaction, as I know it will elevate my family to a new level of stability and comfort. GiveDirectly's support has given me hope, and I am excited about the brighter future ahead."

"Recently, I received $450 from GiveDirectly, and I was incredibly grateful for the support. I decided to use the money to improve my life and that of my family. I spent $380 to buy construction materials because my old Manyatta house was not sufficient for my family of five children. I built a new house made of iron sheets, which provided enough space and privacy for my family. Now, with two houses, we can better meet our household needs. After completing the construction, I realized I didn’t have any livestock before receiving help from GiveDirectly. I used $40 to buy one goat, which I plan to take care of. This goat will provide milk for my family, and I hope to grow my livestock in the future. Getting food has always been a challenge, and relying solely on casual labor was not enough. To ensure my family has enough to eat, I used $30 to buy food, and since then, we have never lacked food."

"Upon receiving $450 from GiveDirectly, I decided to use the entire amount to buy construction materials, including frames and iron sheets. My reason for this was that I previously had only a one-room house, which wasn’t enough for my family, as I have two children. I have now added another room, contributing some of my savings from my kiosk shop. When GiveDirectly sent their transfer, I was also able to collect payments from people who owed me money, and with that combined, I was able to complete the construction. Now, everyone in my family has privacy, and we can sleep comfortably and with dignity. This improvement has truly transformed our living conditions, and I’m grateful for the support that made it possible."

"I was overjoyed when I received $450 from GiveDirectly, and I immediately set to work on the plan I had in mind. I used $350 to buy five sheep. I had never owned livestock before, and with the high cost of buying milk, these sheep will help me cut down on that expense in the long run. Additionally, I’ll be able to generate income from raising livestock. I already have grass available for grazing, so providing pasture won’t be a problem. I also spent $40 to build a secure space for the sheep, ensuring they are safe from theft and predators. With that done, I turned my attention to poultry farming, another project I’m excited to start. Although I’ve never done it before, I used $34 to build a proper space that will accommodate a good number of chickens. Now, I am waiting for GiveDirectly’s final transfer so I can buy the chickens. This project will provide a steady income, as I plan to sell eggs and chickens. Lastly, I spent $20 on food to make sure my family had enough to eat. The recent drought affected my harvest, so this was necessary to keep us going. GiveDirectly’s support has been a blessing, and these projects will help secure my family’s future and create a sustainable source of income."

"I am determined to change my life for the better, and my goal for this year and the years to come is to open a small business in my village. I plan to sell vegetables and other goods like maize flour, sugar, and tea, just to name a few. This business will provide me with a steady income that I can use to take care of my family and meet our daily needs. The thought of having my own business fills me with gratitude because it will bring stability to our lives. I will no longer have to rely on casual jobs or unpredictable sources of income. Instead, I will be able to support my family consistently, ensuring they have food, education, and a better quality of life. I am excited about this new chapter and hopeful that my business will grow, allowing me to continue improving our living standards."

"I want to express my deep gratitude to GiveDirectly for their financial support. It has significantly helped me become more self-reliant, even while I’m still in college. For the coming year and beyond, my plan is to save $20 from each transfer to reach my goal of building a house. Currently, I don’t have my own home and stay at my brother’s place, but I know that once he marries, he’ll need his space, and I won’t have a place to stay. That's why I’m saving $20 each month towards building my own house, and I’m optimistic about achieving this goal. Once I have my house, I plan to start investing in goats. This is a promising initiative because goats multiply quickly and are easy to sell. If I grow my herd to a good size, I can sell some to help with any financial challenges that come up."

"My goal moving forward is to use my subsequent transfers to purchase more goats. Once they multiply, it will increase my investment, and in the future, when the transfer program ends, I can sell some of the goats to meet pressing financial needs. To achieve this goal, I plan to start saving money next year specifically for purchasing goats. With the festive season approaching, I also hope to sell many hens, and the profit from those sales will help me reach my goal. I am very happy and appreciative of the financial transfers so far, which have been a lifeline for my family."